HAM BUNS
Jennifer Owens doesn't know where her mother, Frances, first found the recipe for these ham buns, but they have been a part of her life since childhood in Easley, S.C. It may have come from relatives in Tennessee, as a similar recipe appears as "Hallelujah Ham Loaves" in "Dinner on the Diner," a 1983 cookbook from the Junior League of Chattanooga. The warm appetizer has won fans wherever Ms. Owens goes. Her mother's original formula called for raw onions, but Ms. Owens now sautés them. Use good smoked ham, either holiday leftovers or from the deli counter. As the buns bake, the butter pools at the bottom, toasting up the base of these irresistible bite-size sandwiches.
Provided by Sara Bonisteel
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, finger foods, sandwiches, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Position racks in top and bottom thirds of the oven and heat oven to 400 degrees.
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat and cook onion, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 8 to 10 minutes.
- As the onion cooks, split each flat of rolls in half, running a bread knife parallel to the counter as you slice the still-connected rolls. Once the onion has finished cooking, remove from heat and set aside. Place two sheet pans in the oven, one on each rack, to heat while assembling the rolls.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mustard, poppy seeds and Worcestershire sauce. Add the remaining cup of butter and warm onion. Stir in cheese and ham until evenly combined.
- On a sheet of aluminum foil large enough to completely encase a flat of rolls, place one flat, and open like a book. Spread about a quarter of the ham mixture in an even layer over the bottom half of the rolls to the edges. Close the book, so to speak, laying the still-connected roll top over the ham-covered base. Wrap the rolls tightly with the foil, crimping the edges of the foil to enclose them. Repeat with the three other flats of party rolls.
- Divide the four packets between the two heated sheet pans. Bake until the cheese melts and rolls get toasty, 10 to 12 minutes. Unwrap and serve the flats on platters, encouraging diners to pull a bun from its brethren.
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Jim Burrows
[email protected]I love how versatile these buns are. I've used them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They're always a hit.
Md Emon Hossain
[email protected]These buns are the best! I've tried other recipes, but this one is by far the best.
Masta Fish
[email protected]These buns are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can do it. I highly recommend trying this recipe.
Julio Ever smart
[email protected]I've made these buns several times now, and I've never been disappointed. They're always a hit with my family and friends.
Mohammed Nazrul islam
[email protected]These buns are perfect for a picnic or a potluck. They're easy to transport and they always taste great.
Kesul Kesul
[email protected]I love the glaze on top of these buns. It gives them a nice golden brown color.
Faira
[email protected]These buns are so soft and fluffy. I think it's because of the milk and butter in the dough.
Doctor Ebube
[email protected]I used a whole wheat flour blend to make these buns a little healthier. They still turned out great!
Miyanda Mwiinga
[email protected]I added some chopped green onions to the ham and cheese filling for extra flavor. It was a great addition.
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[email protected]The ham and cheese filling is so flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory.
Maleth NozBan
[email protected]These buns are the perfect size for a snack or a light meal. I love that they're not too heavy.
Khalia Wilson
[email protected]I love that these buns can be made ahead of time and frozen. It's so convenient to have them on hand for a quick meal.
Ntandoyenkosi Shamase (King Sauvage)
[email protected]These buns are so versatile. I've used them for breakfast sandwiches, lunch wraps, and even sliders.
Tobiloba aderopo
[email protected]I made these ham buns for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!
Kolby Mitchell
[email protected]These buns were so easy to make, and they tasted amazing! I used a store-bought ham and cheese spread, which made it even quicker.
Abid sikari
[email protected]I've made these ham buns several times now, and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or lunch.
QASIM SAITH
[email protected]These ham buns were a huge hit with my family! They're so soft and fluffy, and the ham and cheese filling is delicious. I'll definitely be making these again.